Part-Time Transformative Learning Program Assistant

Part-Time Transformative Learning Program Assistant

Reporting to the co-directors of the Institute for Transformative Learning in the Office of the Provost, the part-time program assistant will provide support in coordinating campus-wide experiential learning activities and initiatives at Virginia Commonwealth University.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct one-on-one student advising sessions with undergraduates interested in pursuing research opportunities.
• Advise and support SLTAs interested in becoming Advanced SLTAs and Ambassadors.
• Advise students interested in exploring and engaging with other Transformative Learning opportunities.

Programming & Outreach:

• Serve as a student-facing representative of Transformative Learning at program activities and outreach events.
• Assist the Coordinator of Service Learning and Coordinator of Undergraduate Research with program activities, outreach, and events.
• Assist in marketing and promoting Transformative Learning activities to VCU students.

Administrative Support:

• Provides general administrative support for the Institute for Transformative Learning.
• Assists the Coordinator of Service Learning and Coordinator of Undergraduate Research as needed.
• Supports students currently engaged in undergraduate research and service learning with enhanced support and resources.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to work collaboratively with peers, faculty, and staff, and a strong desire to support student success.
• Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively, meet deadlines, and stay organized while balancing multiple priorities.
• Basic proficiency with standard productivity tools and virtual communication platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience as an undergraduate researcher and/or service learning student.
• Experience with peer mentoring and/or advising other undergraduate students.
• Strong writing, public speaking, student engagement skills.
• Interest in academic program management and coordination.
• Willingness to commit to a full academic year with the ability to work up to 20 hours per week.

Salary Range:
Up to $19 hourly

Benefits:
All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU's robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

FLSA Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt Hours per Week:
Up to 20 hour per week

Restricted Position:
No

Flexible Work Arrangement:
Hybrid

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer